chilled yogurt and cucumber soup (cacik)
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Similar to Greek tzatziki, but thinned down and presented as a cool soup for a hot day.
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yield
6 serving(s)
prep time
2 Hr 25 Min
method
Refrigerate/Freeze
Ingredients For chilled yogurt and cucumber soup (cacik)
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2 smcucumbers, peeled
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salt
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3 cplain yogurt
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2 clovegarlic, crushed
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2 Tbspfresh mint leaves, chopped
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1 Tbspfresh dill, finely chopped (optional)
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3 Tbspolive oil
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1 cice water
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ground white pepper, to taste
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salt, to taste
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thin slices cucumber, for garnish
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mint sprigs, for garnish
How To Make chilled yogurt and cucumber soup (cacik)
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1Remove seeds from cucumbers, if they are large, otherwise leave the small seeds. Shred the cucumber and mix in about a teaspoon of salt. Let stand in colander for 20 minutes to drain.
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2Transfer to a large bowl and add yogurt, garlic, mint, dill and oil. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
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3Just before serving add enough ice water to thin soup to desired consistency. Season with salt and paper to taste.
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4Serve in small bowls or cups and garnish with cucumber slices and mint sprigs.
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